Associate Director, Ratings Advisory

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank in Abu Dhabi seeks an Associate Director, Ratings Advisory to provide analytical and execution support for mandates across corporate, FI, sovereign and institutional clients. You will prepare financial analyses, rating agency materials and credit narratives to support discussions, engaging with senior stakeholders to deliver timely, well-governed outputs.

The role requires strong financial modelling, credit analysis and scenario analysis capabilities, plus solid presentation

Qualifications

• Strong financial modelling and credit analysis capabilities.
• Experience with scenario analysis and rating methodologies.
• Good presentation, credit writing and analytical communication skills.
• Ability to engage with internal stakeholders and clients under guidance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare analysis, materials and documentation for ratings advisory mandates under senior guidance.
• Review client financial statements, capital structures, cash flows and business profiles.
• Create peer benchmarking, market research and rating methodology summaries for discussions.
• Contribute to rating case presentations, information packs and client discussions.
• Coordinate rating agency interactions, meetings and information requests.
• Assist with base-case and downside scenario analysis and rating impact assessment.
• Collaborate with DCM, Corporate Finance, Coverage and Risk teams to gather inputs.
• Maintain mandate files, engagement records and sources.
• Support internal reporting on ratings trends and client opportunities.
• Ensure outputs comply with FAB governance and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Financial modelling

Credit analysis

Scenario analysis

Presentation skills

Credit writing

Stakeholder management

Analytical communication

Governance & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance / economics / business

Job description

JOB SUMMARY / INTRODUCTION

The Associate Director, Ratings Advisory provides analytical and execution support for ratings advisory mandates across corporate, institutional, financial institution and sovereign clients. The role assists in preparing financial analysis, rating agency materials, peer benchmarking and credit narratives to support client discussions and rating agency engagements. The role works closely with senior members of Ratings & Debt Advisory, Debt Capital Markets, Corporate Finance, Coverage, Risk and other internal stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely and well-governed advisory outputs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support ratings advisory mandates by preparing analysis, presentation materials and supporting documentation under senior guidance.
• Assist with reviewing client financial statements, capital structures, cash flows and business profiles.
• Prepare peer benchmarking, market research and rating methodology summaries to support credit discussions.
• Contribute to rating case presentations, information packs and client discussion materials.
• Support coordination of rating agency interactions, meeting logistics, information requests and follow-up actions.
• Assist with base-case and downside scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis and rating impact assessment.
• Work with DCM, Corporate Finance, Coverage and Risk teams to gather inputs and align deliverables.
• Maintain accurate mandate files, engagement records, data sources and advisory documentation.
• Support internal reporting on ratings trends, market updates and client opportunities.
• Ensure work is completed in line with FAB policies, confidentiality requirements, governance standards and relevant regulatory expectations.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, Accounting or a related discipline.
• Basic understanding of regional markets and rating agency methodologies across corporate, FI and sovereign sectors.
• Good financial modelling, credit analysis and scenario analysis capability, with willingness to further develop technical expertise.
• Basic understanding of capital markets instruments, including bonds, sukuk, hybrid capital and structured financing solutions.
• Good presentation, credit writing and analytical communication skills.
• Ability to engage professionally with internal stakeholders and client teams, with appropriate guidance from senior team members.
• Good communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage assigned deliverables, work under deadlines and produce accurate outputs.
• High integrity, collaborative mindset and commitment to governance, confidentiality and risk management.
• Ability to work across FAB Group channels and support broader ratings and debt advisory initiatives.
• Preferred / Beneficial
• Entry-level to early-career experience in credit analysis, ratings, Debt Capital Markets, corporate finance, credit risk or financial services is preferred.
• Exposure to rating agency interactions, credit assessments or stakeholder materials would be an advantage.

About Us:

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.

Life at FAB:

Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization

Career Development:

FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.

Our Values:

At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.

Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.